Alberta weather in November
November is one of the least pleasant months in Alberta: highs of 1°C (34°F) and about 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain on average. Nights average -7°C (19°F) and cloud cover 71% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). It is the 4th driest month of the year and the 4th coolest. Compared with October, it is cooler and drier; December brings highs of -4°C (26°F) and 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Calgary, the largest city in Alberta. See below for other places.
Is November a good time to visit Alberta?
least pleasant month Weather score 42/100.
November is one of the least pleasant months for weather in Alberta. For better conditions, consider Jul–Sep.
Does it rain a lot in Alberta in November?
No, it is usually dry: about 23 mm (0.9 in) falls in an average November. It is the 4th driest month of the year.
How warm is Alberta in November?
Days average 1°C (34°F) and nights -7°C (19°F).
Alberta weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3°C (27°F) | -11°C (11°F) | 17 mm | 70% | least pleasant |
| February | -2°C (29°F) | -12°C (10°F) | 21 mm | 69% | least pleasant |
| March | 3°C (37°F) | -8°C (17°F) | 26 mm | 72% | least pleasant |
| April | 9°C (47°F) | -3°C (26°F) | 46 mm | 72% | least pleasant |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 2°C (36°F) | 73 mm | 70% | fair |
| June | 19°C (66°F) | 7°C (44°F) | 115 mm | 70% | fair |
| July | 24°C (74°F) | 10°C (50°F) | 58 mm | 56% | best |
| August | 22°C (72°F) | 9°C (47°F) | 61 mm | 56% | best |
| September | 17°C (62°F) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm | 62% | best |
| October | 9°C (48°F) | -2°C (28°F) | 32 mm | 68% | least pleasant |
| November | 1°C (34°F) | -7°C (19°F) | 23 mm | 71% | least pleasant |
| December | -4°C (26°F) | -12°C (11°F) | 21 mm | 68% | least pleasant |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis). Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across Alberta in November
Weather can differ a lot within Alberta: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | High | Low | Rain | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary | 1°C (34°F) | -7°C (19°F) | 23 mm | least pleasant |
| Banff | -5°C (23°F) | -13°C (8°F) | 60 mm | least pleasant |
| Edmonton | 0°C (31°F) | -8°C (18°F) | 26 mm | least pleasant |
| Lethbridge | 3°C (38°F) | -5°C (23°F) | 34 mm | least pleasant |
| Red Deer | 1°C (33°F) | -7°C (19°F) | 24 mm | least pleasant |
| Airdrie | 2°C (35°F) | -7°C (20°F) | 22 mm | least pleasant |
| Sherwood Park | -1°C (31°F) | -8°C (18°F) | 25 mm | least pleasant |
| Grande Prairie | -1°C (30°F) | -8°C (17°F) | 46 mm | least pleasant |
| Fort McMurray | -5°C (23°F) | -12°C (11°F) | 31 mm | least pleasant |
| Medicine Hat | 4°C (38°F) | -5°C (23°F) | 19 mm | least pleasant |
| St. Albert | 0°C (31°F) | -8°C (18°F) | 26 mm | least pleasant |
| Centre City | 1°C (34°F) | -7°C (19°F) | 23 mm | least pleasant |